Humanity
Humanity
How Keeping up with the Joneses Can Be Good for You
One of the books I have come to really enjoy lately is “The Law of the Harvest” by Sterling W. Sill. As the name suggests it is a book about the consequences of decisions using storytelling to explain principles that we can aspire to in life. Published in 1963 the book has a total of 52 chapters each with a story and associated principles that I found to be quite valuable. One of my favorite stories is about a phrase that is fairly commonly used here in North America “Keeping up with the Joneses”.
By Tina Kowalskiabout a year ago in FYI
HRMS and the Future of Employee Benefits
As work environments continue to evolve, so do employee expectations for benefits. Today’s workforce values not just traditional benefits like health insurance and retirement plans, but also personalized and flexible perks that align with individual needs and lifestyles. To keep up, companies are increasingly turning to Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS) to streamline and personalize benefits management. As HRMS technology continues to advance, it’s shaping the future of employee benefits in powerful ways. Here’s a look at how HRMS will play a key role in defining the future of employee benefits.
By Aditi Sharmaabout a year ago in FYI
Unraveling the Cosmic Tapestry: A Journey Through the Universe. AI-Generated.
Our universe, a vast expanse of celestial wonders, is filled with mind-boggling facts that challenge our understanding of reality. From the infinitesimally small to the infinitely large, the cosmos is a source of endless fascination and awe.
By Oghenetega Jude Ebiaiabout a year ago in FYI
Rand tanks as Trump ready to get back to White House
1. Historical Context: The Rand and Political Influence The South African rand (ZAR) has historically been sensitive to international political shifts, especially those involving the United States. The currency's movement is often seen as a barometer for risk sentiment among global investors. The U.S., as one of the world's largest economies, has significant influence on global financial flows. When uncertainty rises due to political developments such as U.S. elections, particularly with high-stakes candidates like Donald Trump, the rand often mirrors the sentiment of risk aversion.
By buhle Ntshayisaabout a year ago in FYI
2024 U.S. Election: A Showdown of Scandals, AI Spies, and Social Media Meltdowns
1. AI Voter Profiles—Your Facebook Likes Could Get You a President Consider this: who gets to live in the White House could be determined by your TikTok dances, Instagram likes, and Facebook postings. It sounds like something from an episode of Black Mirror. Political campaigns are using cutting-edge AI in 2024 to monitor everything you like, share, and comment on. These days, polls are based on your social media profile and can determine whether you are more inclined to support a candidate who tweets in all uppercase or who utilizes memes. Data deep diving is more than simply data mining. Has it crept out yet?
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in FYI
Growth in Popularity of Online Rental Platforms in UK: Trends and Statistics. AI-Generated.
**Housing Market Shifts: The Rise of Rental Platforms in England** Queues for social housing remain a substantial issue in England, especially in major cities like London and Manchester, where the demand far outpaces the supply. Waiting times for social housing often stretch to several years, forcing many individuals and families to consider alternative rental options. This demand has spurred the rise of housing platforms, which are now actively competing with municipal housing programs by offering more rapid and flexible housing solutions to meet a variety of needs.
By Sara Brownabout a year ago in FYI
DAILY FOOD WITH SECRET ORIGIN PEOPLE DON'T KNOW ABOUT
ketchup Unbelievably, ketchup originated as "ke-tsiap," a fermented fish sauce, in 17th-century China. This salty, umami-rich condiment, which was made from fermented fish brine, was used to add taste to a variety of foods. After learning about this fish sauce in Southeast Asia, British traders returned to England and attempted to replicate it. The fish was eventually substituted with tomatoes, but before the traditional tomato-based recipe appeared, other ingredients such as mushrooms, walnuts, and even anchovies were employed. In fact, the modern tomato ketchup did not gain popularity until the 19th century, when American chefs refined it using a vinegar and sugar mixture to create the sweet, tangy sauce we adore on fries and burgers.
By LUKE KHAKEYOabout a year ago in FYI
Day of the Dead Celebrations Around the World: A Colorful and Meaningful Tradition
The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a vibrant and meaningful holiday celebrated in many cultures around the world. This special event honors the lives of the deceased and is a time for families and friends to gather and remember their loved ones. While specific traditions may differ from country to country, the core message of love, remembrance, and the cyclical nature of life remains constant.
By Ahamed Thousifabout a year ago in FYI
The phenomenon of cheating in exams
Definition of cheating Cheating is deception and fraud, and it means that a person deceives another person and takes his effort or deprives him of a benefit or right through malicious fraudulent methods. Cheating is considered one of the negative phenomena that appear in society, and indicates a deviation from the values and standards of Islamic law; which leaves a negative impact on aspects of social life. Cheating is considered one of the social ills that harm society and distort its values, which leads to the theft of rights and encourages the spread of corruption. The cheating person is characterized by greed and selfishness, as he only thinks of his own interest, and seeks to achieve his goals and gains by various means, and relies on the principle that the end justifies the means. Cheating in an exam is one of the types of cheating Cheating in exams, whether at school or university, or any test through which the student's scientific or practical level is determined. Cheating in an exam is relying on the efforts of others and stealing them from them voluntarily or involuntarily in order to obtain higher grades and achieve success, but without justification. Cheating in exams is a negative phenomenon that is widespread in our schools. It is one of the biggest problems facing education and teachers, and it has the greatest impact on students and society. Cheating is often associated with other negative behaviors and bad morals, such as lying, deception, and theft. Cheating in exams is a betrayal of oneself and a betrayal of the teacher who monitors the exam hall. On the other hand, it is theft of someone else’s effort and the acquisition of illegitimate privileges. Like any negative behavior, cheating in exams is followed by other negative behaviors, as the person who cheats in exams is naturally forced to lie and evade the accusation if the teacher discovers him. Therefore, cheating brings together the worst qualities together. Islam has forbidden cheating in all its forms, including cheating in exams. The Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, said in an authentic hadith: (Whoever cheats us is not one of us). Cheating is a clear betrayal of trust and the teacher, deceiving others, and gaining from the work of others. Allah Almighty has forbidden betrayal, as is clear in the noble verse: (O you who have believed, do not betray Allah and the Messenger or betray your trusts while you know [it is permissible]) [Al-Anfal: 27]. The dangers of cheating in exams: Cheating in exams entails many dangers, including: deserving the wrath of Allah Almighty, as cheating is forbidden in all cases, and it is a way from Allah Almighty to deprive the cheater of blessings and answered prayers. Obstructing the educational process and disrupting one of its goals, which is to evaluate the student and give him the grade he deserves. Evaluating the cheating student is a falsification and distortion of his results and understanding of the educational material. - A defect in the societal system, as the student's habit of cheating will push him to continue cheating in high school and university exams and even in job entrance exams, which makes him a negative individual in society, always dependent on others, not characterized by creativity and productivity and does not serve any institution he works in in the future, and therefore the cheater is a source of danger wherever he is. In addition, the leniency of teachers and supervisors in the matter of cheating in exams and the failure to impose clear penalties on him leads to the creation of an entire generation characterized by irresponsibility, indifference and mockery of laws and regulations, which leads to more serious societal problems in the future. Reasons for cheating in exams Some students resort to cheating in exams for the following reasons: The student's weak academic achievement and awareness of it, which prompts him to obtain higher grades by means other than studying, including cheating. The student's neglect and lack of responsibility, which prompts him to not study and prepare adequately for exams. - The student's lack of confidence in his mental and academic abilities. - The presence of a problem related to the student's understanding of a particular subject, or a problem related to its teacher. - Feeling excessive anxiety about exams, which prompts the student to get rid of it by cheating. - The presence of an environment suitable for cheating, the supervisor's negligence and cheating by other students may be a motive for cheating in exams. - The student's feeling that the subject teacher discriminates between students, which makes him use cheating as a means to do justice to himself. - Short exam time, as this is sometimes a reason for cheating in exams. - The desire to prove the student's ability to cheat and follow different methods in it for entertainment sometimes, or to feel excitement, or to prove oneself in front of peers. - Treating the phenomenon of cheating in the following ways:- Raising children to feel that God is watching them, as it produces a conscious generation that watches itself and feels this watchfulness even in the absence of the teacher's supervision. - Activating the role of parents to get rid of this phenomenon, through parents' councils and their periodic meetings. - Encouraging students to study, and setting incentive laws that aim to reward the student when his performance improves, even if this improvement is simple; which instills in students the value of self-effort and motivates them. - Forcing the cheating student to communicate with the educational counselor to reach a solution to his wrong behavior before he moves on to his colleagues. - Imposing strict and clear penalties on cheaters. - Creating different models for tests.
By Kisama Riyo about a year ago in FYI
10 Expensive Things Owned By USA Billionaires
The United States is home to over 724 Billionaires with a combined net worth of $3.8 Trillion dollars Many of the States Billionaires reside in larger cities including New York, Chicago, Miami, Houston and Los Angeles.
By Vidello Productionsabout a year ago in FYI
